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Las Cruces is buzzing with excitement as local swimmer Savannah Skow has been named New Mexico’s top-ranked swimmer for the 2024-25 season. With exceptional records including 40 state championships and a remarkable 4.0 GPA, she continues to set the bar high in both sports and academics. Skow has verbalized her commitment to Princeton University, further highlighting her bright future in swimming and engineering. As she heads to the USA Swimming National Championships, the community looks forward to supporting her journey.

Las Cruces Celebrates Savannah Skow as New Mexico’s Swimmer Sensation

Las Cruces, New Mexico, is buzzing with excitement as local swimmer Savannah Skow has just been crowned the state’s top-ranked swimmer for the 2024-25 season by SwimCloud. This stellar news comes on the heels of her incredible achievements during her years at Centennial High School, where she not only excelled in the water but also in academia.

Record-Breaking Achievements

In a stunning display of talent, Skow ranked No. 79 nationally in the open category and secured the spot of No. 89 among swimmers aged 15-18. Throughout the 2024-25 season, she racked up an impressive 827.6 total points, easily outpacing the next swimmer in New Mexico by over 138 points. During her high school career, she amassed 40 individual state championships, a feat that places her among New Mexico’s swimming elite. In fact, she holds an astounding 27 individual swimming records for the state.

A Glimpse into Championship Performances

This young athlete made waves recently by clinching six gold medals at the 2024 New Mexico State Championship in Las Cruces. Among her many highlights was a record-breaking finish of 27.34 seconds in the 50-meter butterfly finals and a personal best of 57.62 seconds in the 100-meter freestyle finals. She didn’t stop there; Skow added nine gold medals to her tally at the 2025 New Mexico Swimming Short Course State Championships, where she achieved stellar times including 24.23 seconds in the 50-meter butterfly.

Her accolades continue with a gold medal win at the 2024 USA Swimming Futures Championships in Sacramento and a seventh-place finish at the 2024 USA Swimming Junior Nationals West, where she recorded a New Mexico state record time of 4:48.42 in the 500-yard freestyle.

Heading to Princeton

More exciting news surrounds Skow as she has formally verbally committed to Princeton University for collegiate swimming. Not only is she set to continue her swimming journey, but she also plans to major in mechanical and aerospace engineering. Her talent has placed her within Princeton’s recruiting class, ranked an impressive eighth in the nation.

A Scholar and Community Leader

Skow is not just a swimming star; she’s also an academic powerhouse. Graduating from high school with a perfect 4.0 GPA and a weighted GPA of 4.34, she was named to USA Swimming’s Scholastic All-America Team throughout her sophomore, junior, and senior years. Her dedication extends beyond academics and swimming, as she earned a Gold Award from the Girl Scouts and participated in her high school’s 5A champion choir ensemble, which won at the State Choir Contest.

Looking Ahead

Coming up soon is the USA Swimming National Championships, where Skow is expected to shine. She will compete in four events: the 200-meter and 400-meter freestyle, along with the 50-meter and 100-meter butterfly. Her determination and hard work have not only solidified her status as New Mexico’s top swimmer but have also set the stage for an exciting collegiate career.

As Savannah Skow dives into this new chapter of her life, the community of Las Cruces looks forward to cheering her on every step of the way. With a future filled with promise, this remarkable swimmer is destined for even greater heights, both in the pool and beyond.

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